Sound Control
Measure the duration of sounds
Archived App
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About
Measure the duration of music, ambient noise, and other sounds. This app detects noises above a selectable volume and counts how long they occur, with options for up-counting or countdown timers. It's useful for tracking everything from snoring to musical practice.
What's New in Sound Control
1.5
April 12, 2019
Removed advertisement. iOS 12 compatibility issue correction.
Developer apps
FAQ
What can Sound Control measure?
Sound Control can measure the duration of music, ambient noise, and other sounds like aircraft noise, vehicle noise, barking dogs, lawn mowers, or even snoring. It uses the device's microphone to detect noises above a selectable volume.
How does Sound Control work?
The app uses the built-in microphone to detect sounds over a selectable volume. It can function as an up-counter, tallying the total time sounds are detected, or a countdown timer, alerting you when a set duration of sound has occurred.
Can Sound Control measure quiet sounds?
Yes, thanks to its dynamic volume adjustment feature, Sound Control can selectively measure very quiet sounds, such as snoring, allowing you to record the total duration of such noises.
Is Sound Control useful for musicians?
Yes, it's a popular application for measuring music duration during instrument practice. The up-counter can track effective playing time, excluding pauses, while the countdown timer helps set practice goals.
What devices does Sound Control support?
Sound Control is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices. It also has compatibility with Apple Watch.
How often is Sound Control updated?
The latest version of Sound Control is 1.5, which was last updated on April 12, 2019. While not frequently updated recently, it has been stable since its release in 2012.
What is the user sentiment for Sound Control?
Based on the available data, user sentiment appears very positive, with an average rating of 5.0 stars from 2 ratings.
Does Sound Control have ads?
The provided data does not specify if Sound Control contains advertisements. However, it is a free application with no in-app purchases mentioned.
